What is the cheapest way to get from Oxnard to El Cajon?

The cheapest way to get from Oxnard to El Cajon is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Oxnard to El Cajon?

The fastest way to get from Oxnard to El Cajon is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct train between Oxnard and El Cajon?

No, there is no direct train from Oxnard to El Cajon station. However, there are services departing from Oxnard and arriving at El Cajon Station via Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

How far is it from Oxnard to El Cajon?

The distance between Oxnard and El Cajon is 207 miles. The road distance is 187.2 miles.

How do I travel from Oxnard to El Cajon without a car?

The best way to get from Oxnard to El Cajon without a car is to train which takes 5h 35m and costs $40 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Oxnard to El Cajon?

It takes approximately 5h 35m to get from Oxnard to El Cajon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oxnard to El Cajon train from?

Oxnard to El Cajon train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Oxnard station.

Where does the Oxnard to El Cajon train arrive?

Oxnard to El Cajon train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Diego Old Town Transportation Center station.

Can I drive from Oxnard to El Cajon?

Yes, the driving distance between Oxnard to El Cajon is 187 miles. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Oxnard to El Cajon.

Where can I stay near El Cajon?

There are 1174+ hotels available in El Cajon.

Oxnard to El Cajon - 4 ways to travel via train, car, plane, tram, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Oxnard to El Cajon by train (Amtrak), car, train, plane, tram, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Oxnard to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
5h 35m
$41–130
Drive 186.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Oxnard to El Cajoncar 186.1 mi
3h 20m
$34–49
Train to Los Angeles International Airport, fly, tram
1. Take the train from Oxnard to L.A. Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane LAX - SAN
3. Take the tram from Santa Fe Depot to El Cajon Stationtram
5h 21m
$66–369
Bus to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, fly, tram
1. Take the bus from Oxnard to Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stopbus
2. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane SBA - SAN
3. Take the tram from Santa Fe Depot to El Cajon Stationtram
5h 15m

Oxnard to El Cajon by train and tram (Amtrak)

35Weekly Services

5h 35mAverage Duration

$41Cheapest Price

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Distance: 205.4 mi
Duration: 5h 35m

What companies run services between Oxnard, CA, USA and El Cajon, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Oxnard to San Diego Old Town Transportation Center 5 times a day. Tickets cost $35–120 and the journey takes 4h 47m.

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